Is the Security+ SY0-701 practice exam free?

Yes, all 12 Security+ SY0-701 practice exams on SecurityPlus Studio are completely free — no account, no credit card, no paywall. Access 1,080 questions instantly.

How many questions are on the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam?

The CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam has a maximum of 90 questions including multiple-choice and performance-based questions (PBQs). The exam time limit is 90 minutes and the passing score is 750 out of 900.

What domains are covered in Security+ SY0-701?

Security+ SY0-701 covers 5 domains: General Security Concepts (12%), Threats, Vulnerabilities and Mitigations (22%), Security Architecture (18%), Security Operations (28%), and Security Program Management and Oversight (20%).

What is the passing score for Security+ SY0-701?

The passing score for CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 is 750 on a scale of 100-900. This is approximately 83%. You should target 80%+ on practice exams to ensure you pass the real exam.

How long should I study for Security+ SY0-701?

Most candidates need 4-12 weeks of study depending on their experience. IT professionals with networking background typically need 4-6 weeks. Beginners may need 8-12 weeks. Daily practice with our 12 full-length exams and domain study guides will maximize your score.

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Breaking Down Encryption: Symmetric vs. Asymmetric

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Cloud Security

Cloud Service Models: IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS

Questions around the shared responsibility model are guaranteed on the test. We break down who configures the OS, the data, and the hardware — in every model.

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Threats

Malware Deep Dive: Trojans, Rootkits, and Ransomware

Viruses and worms are basic concepts. Modern tests focus heavily on Remote Access Trojans, cryptolockers, and hidden rootkits. Learn how to identify them by behavior.

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Risk Management

Mastering Risk Mathematics: SLE, ARO, and ALE

Quantitative risk analysis uses hard numbers to justify security budgets. Walk through exactly how SLE, ARO, and ALE formulas lock together on exam day.

Mar 16, 2026 11 min

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Threats

The Psychology of Social Engineering: Authority, Urgency, Scarcity

CompTIA exams will present you with an attacker's email and ask which psychological principle they used. Master Authority, Urgency, Scarcity, Familiarity, and Consensus.

Mar 17, 2026 12 min

#Domain 1 #Social Engineering #Human Factor

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Network Security

The Ultimate 2026 Guide to SY0-701 Port Numbers

CompTIA doesn't test ports as a random memory game. Learn how port 22, 53, 443, and 3389 are weaponized in active attacks.

Mar 01, 2026 14 min

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Security Concepts

Phishing vs. Spear Phishing vs. Whaling: The 2026 Breakdown

Social engineering remains the number one initial attack vector. Learn exactly how broad phishing, targeted spear phishing, and executive whaling differ.

Mar 02, 2026 12 min

#Domain 1.2 #Social Engineering #Phishing

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Architecture

Zero Trust Architecture Explained Simply

The perimeter is dead. With remote work and cloud expansion, Zero Trust Architecture is the new standard. Understand its core pillars for the exam and real life.

Mar 05, 2026 16 min

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Identity

SSO Protocols Decoded: SAML vs. OAuth vs. OIDC

Identity is the new perimeter. If you can't differentiate SAML from OAuth, you will lose points on the exam. We break down the differences systematically.

Mar 08, 2026 15 min

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Operations

Incident Response: The PICERL Framework

Knowing the steps of incident response is mandatory. You need to know exactly which actions occur in Containment versus Eradication — the SY0-701 loves testing this boundary.

Mar 10, 2026 13 min

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